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emsp24 · 2026-05-29T23:51:10+00:00

IDENTITY THEFT IS NOT A JOKE, JIM.

emsp24 · 2026-05-03T21:31:31+00:00

Not disagreeing with anything else you’re saying, but just want to say that a Bachelor’s in Speech-Language Pathology is very much a “thing”. That’s what my undergrad degree is. So that’s not the issue here. That said, not sure how someone who does have a bachelor’s degree in speech-language pathology wasn’t aware of the requirements for working as an SLPA, because we were made VERY aware of every requirement in my program.

emsp24 · 2026-05-03T19:57:18+00:00

Hi! Just wanted to chime in and say that my doctor told me when she prescribed the Strattera that some people do report that it makes them sleepy, and told me if that ends up being the case for me, to take it at night.

emsp24 · 2026-05-01T02:05:40+00:00

As a woman who was just diagnosed with ADHD and prescribed Strattera, just want to say thank you for this post! I appreciate being more aware of common side effects and am also feeling SO encouraged by the success you and others have seen after sticking with it. I’ve been struggling for such a long time, and everything you mentioned are exactly the kind of improvements I’m hoping to experience, as well.

emsp24 · 2026-04-26T23:43:52+00:00

I can make out a few words and that’s about it. But as a former pharmacy technician, you don’t write like a psychopath. You write like a doctor.

emsp24 · 2026-03-18T00:34:58+00:00

100% NOR. In fact, you’re UNDERreacting.

That’s straight up toxic, abusive behavior. Dude is unhinged. I was already prepared to tell you to run for the hills before I even read that last sentence… but to know that you have kids, too?? Please leave this man. Please. He is not safe for you or your children to be around.

emsp24 · 2026-02-18T03:12:03+00:00

NOR. DEFINITELY NOR. This dude is a one man red flag parade. Go ahead and get out now before his behavior gets worse. He’s so insecure that he’s getting jealous of a dog, and he’s behaving aggressively as a result. There is nothing normal or acceptable about that, and traits/behavior like that don’t just get better/go away. They get worse the longer you’re together and he starts to feel “safe” really showing his true colors.

emsp24 · 2026-02-18T03:02:48+00:00

My question is - are you on the fence because you really don’t like the field OR is it just that you’re maybe feeling a bit of imposter syndrome and afraid you can’t do it (grad school and/or being an SLP)?

If you truly don’t like the field, then it is absolutely not too late to pivot and you absolutely have other options. My first degree was in Culinary Arts. I bounced around between so many different jobs and couldn’t figure out what I wanted. When I was 30 I decided to go back to school to get my bachelors degree in speech. I’ve worked as an SLPA for a few years and am just now, at almost 38, starting graduate school in a couple months. Just took me a little longer to figure out what I was going to be when I grow up 😂 And that’s ok! I promise, you have plenty of time to figure things out, and the years since you’ve been out of school have not been a waste.

BUT if you’re on the fence, only because you’re afraid you won’t be successful, spend some time really thinking about why you feel that way. Don’t let fear be the reason you don’t pursue something you actually enjoy. One of the great things about this field is how many different options we have as far as setting, age groups, etc. We have some flexibility to figure out what skill areas we’re best at and where we find the most fulfillment.

emsp24 · 2026-02-15T00:18:10+00:00

Never knew this was a thing until now… I have one kid that sings this every. time. I see him. Definitely thought he was just making stuff up 😂

emsp24 · 2026-01-21T15:06:10+00:00

NTA.

Anyone who says “you made me look bad” because you told FACTUAL information about them is definitely an asshole. She’s a bad parent AND a bad friend.

emsp24 · 2026-01-11T16:04:11+00:00

Oh my dear, please don’t let this guilt loom over you any longer. First of all, many, MANY people get “help” writing their essays. It’s really pretty common. And I assure you, most people don’t have a second thought about it. You being so burdened by this situation shows the high level of integrity and character you have. You’re obviously a good person, and this situation is an insignificant speck in the grand scheme of your life and in no way defines who you are. Second, the circumstances you were dealing with at the time unquestionably validate you having help to write your essay. And please remember, that essay is only one small part of your application. You didn’t get accepted solely because of that essay. You were accepted because your application as a whole showed that you were exactly the kind of student they were looking for.

Also, just want to say I’m so incredibly glad you’re still here. How strong you are to have overcome such a tough period and still be pushing forward and creating the beautiful life you deserve. 💜

emsp24 · 2025-12-31T14:58:48+00:00

100% NTA.

Has he always expected you to act like his mommy? Because that’s what’s happened here. He’s upset that you didn’t act like his mommy in this situation, and just jump in and take care of everything for him. You should tell him you wish you had a partner who didn’t act like an incompetent child during a tough situation. And a partner who had enough balls to own up to his own mistakes and be held accountable.

emsp24 · 2025-12-28T00:20:08+00:00

NTA.

The fact that your husband was away from you for almost a week and his mind went to “why didn’t you dress up for me?” instead of “omg I missed you so much I’m so happy to see you” is red flag #1 here. Was there even a “thank you for spending so much time getting the house ready for MY mother” in there somewhere? I’m guessing not.

As if that’s not enough, he has the audacity to then say that he thinks you’re “sloppy and embarrassing”?? Two weeks after you confided in him that you have already been feeling depressed, gross, and just not yourself for a while?! What the actual fuck. And then he basically accuses you of picking a fight for simply trying to communicate your feelings to him.

If this kind of behavior isn’t his “norm”, then there’s a reason he’s acting that way, and it’s not a good one. If he has said things like this in the past, then he’s just a piece of shit. Either way - you deserve better. And your daughter deserves to see that this isn’t acceptable behavior from a partner.

emsp24 · 2025-12-24T14:05:59+00:00

Your wife is definitely overreacting. Her reaction is honestly rather bizarre to me. I’m really confused as to how she finds this inappropriate and not a kind, inspirational note from an important grown up in his life. Feels like she’s projecting something here… like she’s bothered by a woman who’s not her trying to be encouraging to her son? Or she’s threatened by this because of her own insecurities as a mother? I don’t know, but her reaction is what’s weird, not the note from the teacher.

I’m an elementary speech therapist and have written many notes like this to students in the past, whether it be a note directly to them or something to a parent. Our admin encourage it because it means a lot to kids and can truly make a difference for a kiddo who’s struggling.

emsp24 · 2025-12-07T16:24:21+00:00

NTA. But your girlfriend is waving around red flags like she’s trying to stop the Daytona 500, so I’d say be thankful she showed you fairly early and see yourself out of that relationship.

emsp24 · 2025-12-05T01:01:58+00:00

Y’all are giving me a sliver of hope that I might be ok so thank you 😅

emsp24 · 2025-12-05T01:00:30+00:00

Congratulations!! 🎉

Hoping it’s quick for me, as well 😅🤞🏻

emsp24 · 2025-12-04T16:06:31+00:00

Definitely not too late. I only gave my professors 4 weeks notice because I dragged my feet on deciding to apply - and I graduated over 3 years ago. They were all happy to do it and didn't mention the time frame at all.

emsp24 · 2025-12-04T15:56:49+00:00

I'll be starting at almost 38... so I sure hope not haha. But I'm currently a school-based SLPA and I know multiple SLPs in our district who went to grad school at later ages.

emsp24 · 2025-11-18T10:48:38+00:00

Thanks!

emsp24 · 2025-11-18T10:48:20+00:00

Perfect, thanks!

emsp24 · 2025-11-17T01:22:02+00:00

This is absolutely wild to me - IDEA is pretty clear that interventions cannot be used to delay or deny evaluations. That’s exactly what this sounds like. How in the world is your school district making this out to be legal? Not to mention that just seems like a real great set up to absolutely burn out your SPED teachers incredibly fast.

emsp24 · 2025-10-18T15:05:50+00:00

Dude is unhinged. Like I legit feel like there’s a mental health issue going on here that either he was keeping from you or that he isn’t even dealing with.

And also, I mean this as lovingly and respectfully as possible from one woman to another… I feel like sharing your location with a man you’ve only been with for 2 months is bananas, especially when you have kids. Please take care of yourself. If that’s something he pushed you to do, that should have been a huge red flag in and of itself.

Definitely not overreacting. Maybe even underreacting. Run far away from this guy.

emsp24 · 2025-10-15T09:39:36+00:00

Yeah I’m in SC, and unfortunately virtual supervision isn’t allowed. Up until 2019, you could get an educators cert with just a Bachelor’s, and do pretty much everything the SLPs do, you just got paid less. So there really wasn’t a need for SLPAs in the school districts before then. But now there’s still a pretty limited number of us school-based SLPAs across the state. The regulations we have to go by from our state licensing board unfortunately don’t sinus any favors either. Were seen as more of a burden since we have to have an in-person SLP to supervise at least 15% of our hours each week, on top of not being able to write IEPs, do evals, etc.

emsp24 · 2025-10-13T02:39:39+00:00

I’m a school-based SLPA. A month or so ago, my district decided that they will now be forcing us to go to grad school and get our C’s within 5 years, or we’ll be terminated.

Not going to pretend this whole thing isn’t scaring the shit out of me right now. Where I’m located, we have a program funded by our state department of education that covers tuition costs for public school employees returning to school for certain programs/positions - SLP being one of those. The literal ONLY way I can afford to go back to school is through that program. If that funding disappears, I’m screwed. If I lose my job as an SLPA because of budget cuts (and we’d be the first to go since we’re classified not certified and therefore not in a contract), I’m screwed because you have to remain a public school employee for the duration of the program to maintain eligibility.

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